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a Japanese Meiji 45th year (1912) One Yen Dragon Silver Buyback | Gu Jin Jian Bao

Name: a Japanese Meiji 45th year (1912) One Yen Dragon Silver Buyback | Gu Jin Jian Bao
Brand: 古金鑒寶
Price: 99999.00 HKD
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As the final coinage of the Meiji era, the 1912 One Yen Dragon Silver coin holds an irreplaceable position in the Japanese antique coin acquisition market. This year marked the end of a glorious period in modern Japanese history, immediately followed by the Taisho era. These coins, known as "Late Meiji Dragon Silver," were not only a medium of economic circulation at the time but also carried the historical significance of an era's transition, deeply valued by both domestic and international experts in Dragon Silver appraisal and valuation and by historians.

Key Determining Factors for Dragon Silver Acquisition Prices

Many collectors, when seeking recommended channels for Dragon Silver acquisition, are most concerned about the actual value of their treasured items. The market acquisition price for a Meiji 45th year One Yen Dragon Silver coin is not based on a single standard but is comprehensively assessed by the following core conditions:

Condition and Wear: The basic assessment includes the three-dimensional clarity of the dragon scales on the coin's surface and the integrity of the serrated edges. High-grade silver coins in uncirculated (UNC) condition or with original mint luster are valued significantly higher than common circulated and worn coins.
Natural Toning: The natural oxidation layer (patina) accumulated over time can significantly enhance a silver coin's historical appeal. Multi-colored or deep antique patinas are particularly sought after by collectors. If a silver coin has been improperly cleaned with chemical silver cleaner, damaging its surface, its market value will often be greatly reduced.
International Authoritative Grading: If a coin has a high-grade slab from PCGS graded coins or NGC certification, it not only provides objective authenticity assurance but also ensures a very high premium and liquidity in antique coin auction prices.

Professional Data Analysis: Meiji 45th Year One Yen Dragon Silver Specification Table

To provide collectors with a more precise understanding of their cherished items, Gu Jin Jian Bao has compiled detailed physical specifications, such as the weight and dimensions of the One Yen Dragon Silver. These are also crucial benchmarks for our antique coin appraisal center when performing authenticity verification of Japanese Dragon Silver coins:

Specification Item	Detailed Data and Description	Individual Authentication and Anti-Counterfeiting Reference Points
Minting Year	Meiji 45th Year of Japan (1912 AD)	Pay attention to the depth of the Kanji characters for the year and the fluidity of the strokes. Counterfeit coins often have stiff engravings or smudged strokes.
Material Ratio	Silver 900‰ / Copper 100‰	The silver content is very high. If you gently hold it with your fingertips and tap it with a wooden pen, genuine coins will produce a clear, prolonged ringing sound; fake coins (e.g., copper core plated with silver) will have a dull or harsh sound.
Standard Weight	26.96 grams (Kuping Qiqian Erfen)	After circulation and wear, a very small tolerance is allowed. If the weight deviation exceeds 0.5 grams, or even falls below 26 grams, it should be viewed with high suspicion as a sand-cast counterfeit.
Standard Diameter	Approx. 38.1 mm	The size is a strictly fixed specification by the mint. Using professional calipers can quickly filter out most inferior fakes.
Standard Thickness	Approx. 2.5 mm to 2.6 mm	The edge thickness should be uniform, and the anti-counterfeiting reeded edge (milled edge) on the side should be deeply pressed and regularly arranged, without scratches.
Minting Authority	Osaka Mint, Japan	Examine the fine details of the patterns on the coin's high points. The dragon's whiskers, fiery pearl, and cherry blossom petals on the reverse, all under genuine official minting craftsmanship, possess a high degree of three-dimensionality and layering.

Old Silver Coin Collection and Preservation Guide

When dealing with numerous Meiji era silver coins, proper preservation directly impacts their future appreciation potential. Gu Jin Jian Bao specifically reminds all collectors: If you have similar antique gold and silver coins at home, it is crucial to maintain their original appearance. Never use metal polish, toothpaste, or silver cloths to wipe them yourself. Such destructive cleaning will leave countless tiny scratches and remove the protective historical patina, resulting in irreparable loss of value. The appropriate method is to store them in a dry, dark, professional sealed coin holder or bag.

Gu Jin Jian Bao has extensive hands-on experience and provides transparent, fair free valuations for old silver coins and high-price acquisition services, helping you discover the true market value of your heirlooms.

Hong Kong High-Price Buyback | Free Valuation | Online Appraisal

Do you have Japanese Meiji 45th year coins in your possession and are unsure of their market value? Gu Jin Jian Bao has specialized in silver coin collection for many years, offering a one-stop service from authenticity identification and condition grading to market valuation, all handled on-site. Send us clear photos of both sides and detailed close-ups, and we will provide a professional preliminary quote on the same day.

Contact Information:

WhatsApp: 98342057

Tel: 852-98342057

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: How are different purities of gold jewelry valued for recycling?

A: Gold jewelry is valued by purity: 999 fine gold is 100% calculated, 22K is approximately 91.6%, 18K is approximately 75%, and 14K is approximately 58.5%. Gu Jin Jian Bao uses an XRF spectrometer to test purity on-site and weighs each item separately, without bundling them together for calculation.

Q: How is today's recycling price for gold jewelry calculated? Are melting losses deducted?

A: The recycling price for gold jewelry is based on the international gold price of the day, combined with its purity (999 fine gold, 22K, 18K) and actual weight, with each item weighed individually. The entire process is conducted in front of you. Gu Jin Jian Bao offers transparent pricing, with no deductions for melting loss or commissions. Weighing, price negotiation, and transaction are all openly handled in three steps.

Q: Will old or outdated gold jewelry be undervalued?

A: No. We only consider the intrinsic value of the gold itself; the style, brand, or age does not affect the valuation. Even gold jewelry from the last century will be settled based on its actual weight.

Recycling process

1) Clients should first provide basic information about their collections via WhatsApp (852) 98342057. You can also contact us directly via this link.
2) We will provide a preliminary quote after receiving your information.
3) Both parties agree on a time and place (on-site inspection is available) to inspect the collection. We will provide a precise quote based on the actual condition of the collection.
4) Confirm the sale and make payment in various forms such as bank transfer or cash.